Grand AM V6-3.4L VIN E (2001)
Important: Ensure that the seal (1) is not dimpled, stretched, or out of shape. If the seal is not shaped correctly, equalize the pressure in the seal and
shape the seal properly by hand.
13. Slide large diameter of the seal (1) with the large seal retaining clamp (2) in place over the outside of the CV joint outer race (3).
14. Locate the seal lip in the groove on the CV joint outer race (3).
15. Crimp the seal retaining clamp (1) using the J 35910, a breaker bar (3), and a torque wrench (2).
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Tighten the seal retaining clamp to 176 Nm (130 ft. lbs.).
16. Check the gap dimension, continue tightening until the gap dimension is reached.
